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Ahmedabad Crime Branch Nabs Suspect in Chhattisgarh Murder-Robbery Case

Ahmedabad Crime Branch Nabs Suspect in Chhattisgarh Murder-Robbery Case

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested a man allegedly involved in a 2021 murder-robbery case in Chhattisgarh. The suspect, Ajaykumar alias Laxmisagar alias Kimtishree Rajnarayan Mishra, was wanted for the murder of Shakuntala Devi.

'Small thing, got really wild': Abu Azmi's son breaks silence on Goa clash

'Small thing, got really wild': Abu Azmi's son breaks silence on Goa clash

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Abu Farhan Azmi, son of Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi, has denied brandishing a weapon in a fight in Goa, calling the incident a "small thing" that got out of hand. He maintains he is not against the coastal state and has been visiting Goa for 20 years. Azmi's father has recently faced criticism for comments praising Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.

Inter-state Liquor Racket Busted in Thane, Maharashtra: Rs 32 Lakh Seized

Inter-state Liquor Racket Busted in Thane, Maharashtra: Rs 32 Lakh Seized

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Maharashtra Excise Department dismantled a major inter-state illicit liquor racket operating in Thane district, seizing contraband valued at Rs 32 lakh after conducting multiple raids.

No evidence to prove Headley visited Goa: Police

No evidence to prove Headley visited Goa: Police

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

The Goa police on Tuesday said it cannot rule out the possibility of American terror suspect and Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative David Headley visiting the state earlier this year but has no conclusive evidence to prove it.The national media on Tuesday, quoting officials of the Union Home Ministry, said that Headley had surveyed two prime locations in Goa -- Arambl and Anjuna beaches.

Kanpur Tragedy: Father and Son Die After Inhaling Toxic Fumes in Septic Tank

Kanpur Tragedy: Father and Son Die After Inhaling Toxic Fumes in Septic Tank

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A father and son died in Kanpur after inhaling toxic gases while cleaning a septic tank. A third man survived after raising the alarm.

25 killed as Goa club blaze turns weekend bash into horror

25 killed as Goa club blaze turns weekend bash into horror

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

A jampacked nightclub in North Goa turned into a death trap around midnight as a massive fire tore through it, claiming 25 lives and bringing to the fore illegalities along with the laxity of government officials in enforcing rules.

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Five Arrested in Gadag for Student Bank Account Fraud

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Police in Gadag, Karnataka, have arrested five men for allegedly luring students with false promises of scholarships to open bank accounts for illegal transactions.

Amid FIR against SP's Abu Azmi, his son booked in Goa

Amid FIR against SP's Abu Azmi, his son booked in Goa

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Abu Farhan Azmi, son of Maharashtra Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi and husband of actress Ayesha Takia, has been booked by the Goa police for allegedly getting involved in a fight at a public place. The incident occurred in Candolim, North Goa, on Monday night. According to police, Farhan Azmi reportedly threatened the other group with a licensed firearm he was carrying. The police filed a case against Azmi and others under section 194 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for disturbing public peace and causing affray.

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

A newly married man in Uttar Pradesh, India, allegedly fled with a substantial dowry after deceiving the bride's family by posing as an IAS officer. Police are investigating the incident as a potential serial scam.

Goa fire: Dream trip turns fatal for 4 of Delhi family

Goa fire: Dream trip turns fatal for 4 of Delhi family

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

A Delhi family is in mourning after four of its members died in a massive fire that tore through a nightclub in Goa. The victims were part of a group of five who had traveled to Goa for a vacation.

TDP MP and Ex-MLA Detained After Hyderabad Farmhouse Drug Raid

TDP MP and Ex-MLA Detained After Hyderabad Farmhouse Drug Raid

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A TDP MP and former BRS MLA were among those detained after a drug raid at a farmhouse in Moinabad, Hyderabad. Some individuals tested positive for drug consumption, and a businessman was detained for allegedly firing a weapon.

SC agrees to hear Tejpal's bail plea, notice to Goa Police

SC agrees to hear Tejpal's bail plea, notice to Goa Police

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear the bail plea of Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal, an accused in a rape case, and issued notice to the Goa Police.

TDP MP and Former MLA Detained After Drug Bust at Hyderabad Farmhouse

TDP MP and Former MLA Detained After Drug Bust at Hyderabad Farmhouse

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A TDP MP and former BRS MLA were among those detained following a drug bust at a farmhouse in Moinabad near Hyderabad. Some individuals tested positive for drug consumption, and a businessman was arrested for allegedly firing a weapon.

Sharpshooter Linked to Godara-Gogi Gang Arrested After Two Years on the Run

Sharpshooter Linked to Godara-Gogi Gang Arrested After Two Years on the Run

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a sharpshooter linked to the Rohit Godara-Jitender Gogi gang, wanted in connection with a grenade attack on nightclubs in Gurugram and on the run since 2024.

Goa fire: 100 people were on dance floor; victims trapped in kitchen

Goa fire: 100 people were on dance floor; victims trapped in kitchen

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

A fire at a nightclub in North Goa killed 23 people, many of whom were trapped in the kitchen while trying to escape. Fire safety violations are suspected.

TDP MP, ex-BRS MLA test +ve for drugs after raid at Hyderabad farmhouse

TDP MP, ex-BRS MLA test +ve for drugs after raid at Hyderabad farmhouse

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A drug raid at a Hyderabad farmhouse led to the detention of a TDP MP and a former BRS MLA, sparking a police investigation into drug consumption and illegal activities.

Delhi fire: 9 of a family perish trying to save each other

Delhi fire: 9 of a family perish trying to save each other

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A devastating fire in Delhi claimed the lives of nine members of a family, including three children, who tragically perished while attempting to save each other from the blaze.

10 Movies That Play Out in a Single Day

10 Movies That Play Out in a Single Day

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Explore a curated list of 10 Indian films that masterfully condense their narratives into a single day, showcasing how limited timelines can enhance storytelling and character development, from thrillers like 'NH10' and 'Kaithi' to comedies like 'Taxi No 9211'.

Goa Crime Branch Arrests 34 in IPL Betting Racket

Goa Crime Branch Arrests 34 in IPL Betting Racket

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Assets Worth Rs 40 Lakh Seized

Tehelka case: Goa police set Thursday, 3 pm deadline for Tejpal

Tehelka case: Goa police set Thursday, 3 pm deadline for Tejpal

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Closing in on Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal, who failed to get any immediate relief on his anticipatory bail petition in the Delhi high court, the Goa police summoned him to appear before it by 3 pm on Thursday in the probe into the sexual assault allegation against him.

Police to take CEO-mom to Goa flat on Friday to reconstruct crime scene

Police to take CEO-mom to Goa flat on Friday to reconstruct crime scene

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The Goa police would on Friday take Suchana Seth, the CEO of a start-up who is accused of killing her four-year-old child, to the service apartment where she had stayed to recreate the crime scene, a senior official said.

B'luru Rs 7.11cr heist: 3, including police constable, arrested

B'luru Rs 7.11cr heist: 3, including police constable, arrested

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Bengaluru police have arrested three people, including a police constable, in connection with the Rs 7.11 crore robbery in the city. A significant portion of the stolen money has been recovered, and efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining suspects.

Man Killed, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna Over Money Dispute

Man Killed, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna Over Money Dispute

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A man was killed, his body chopped into pieces and dumped in the Yamuna River by his friend and his associates after he refused to give them money, according to police. Four people, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the killing.

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Canteen Owner Murdered, Body Chopped and Dumped in Yamuna

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

A 29-year-old man and his accomplices allegedly murdered a canteen owner in Delhi, dismembered his body, and disposed of the remains in the Yamuna River, motivated by greed for gold and cash.

3 kids among 9 killed in fire at Delhi's Palam area

3 kids among 9 killed in fire at Delhi's Palam area

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A tragic fire in a Delhi residential building near Palam Metro Station claimed the lives of seven family members, including three children, prompting a large-scale rescue operation by the Delhi Fire Service.

Tehelka case: Former editor Shoma Chaudhury summoned by Goa police

Tehelka case: Former editor Shoma Chaudhury summoned by Goa police

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Former Tehelka managing editor Shoma Chaudhury and three other witnesses have been summoned by the Goa police to record their statement before a magistrate in the case of alleged sexual assault against the magazine's editor Tarun Tejpal.

Tehelka case: Goa police may file chargesheet by Jan end

Tehelka case: Goa police may file chargesheet by Jan end

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

Goa police are expected to sum up their investigations in the sexual assault case allegedly involving Tehelka founder editor Tarun Tejpal and file a charge sheet by this month end, an official said on Sunday.

Former CM Kamat is a habitual offender, says Goa Police

Former CM Kamat is a habitual offender, says Goa Police

Rediff.com8 Aug 2015

Describing former Chief Minister Digambar Kamat as a "habitual offender involved in corrupt practices", the Goa crime branch has alleged before a court in Panaji that he "actively participated" in the conspiracy and was among the beneficiaries in Louis Berger bribery case.

Terror attack was planned in Goa: Police

Terror attack was planned in Goa: Police

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

Investigations into the Karnataka terror link have now crossed the borders with the police getting information that a terror attack had been planned in Dood Sagar and Castle Rock in Goa.

'Bribes were paid in Louis Berger graft case,' says Goa police

'Bribes were paid in Louis Berger graft case,' says Goa police

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Goa police on Wednesday said it has come to light that "bribe was paid" by a US firm for a water developmental project in the state.

Goa temple tragedy was 'entirely preventable': Report

Goa temple tragedy was 'entirely preventable': Report

Rediff.com14 May 2025

A fact-finding committee appointed by the Goa government to investigate the May 3 stampede at a temple in North Goa district has concluded that the tragedy was 'entirely preventable'.

Mumbai police begin probe after threat call about Goa-bound RDX-laden tanker

Mumbai police begin probe after threat call about Goa-bound RDX-laden tanker

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

The Mumbai police at once alerted the Maharashtra ATS and the Goa police control room, the Mumbai police said.

6 killed, over 70 injured in stampede at Goa temple festival

6 killed, over 70 injured in stampede at Goa temple festival

Rediff.com3 May 2025

At least six people were killed and 30 injured in a stampede during a temple festival in North Goa, India. The incident occurred at the Sree Lairai Devi temple in Shirgao village, around 40 km from Panaji, as thousands of devotees thronged the narrow lanes to the temple for the annual festival.

Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honours in Baramati

Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honours in Baramati

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, were held with full state honors in Baramati. Prominent leaders and thousands of mourners attended the funeral.

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The complainant stated that Ranveer Singh, while present on stage and in the presence of the lead actor of Kantara: Chapter-1, allegedly performed acts that mocked and insulted the sacred Bhoota Kola tradition practiced in coastal Karnataka.

12 Rocking Christmas Markets

12 Rocking Christmas Markets

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The beautiful twinkling Christmas markets that come up across the world, as December begins, allow you to step into the magic Christmas.

India rings in 2026 with prayers, parties

India rings in 2026 with prayers, parties

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Indians across the country welcomed the New Year 2026 with celebrations, religious observances, and gatherings at tourist spots. The President, Vice President, and Prime Minister extended greetings for peace and prosperity.

Goa police arrests two in Margao blast case

Goa police arrests two in Margao blast case

Rediff.com31 Oct 2009

Two persons were arrested on Saturday in connection with the blast in which two members of a right-wing Hindu group were killed in the commercial town of Margao in Goa on October 16.

FabIndia top bosses fail to appear before Goa police in hidden camera case

FabIndia top bosses fail to appear before Goa police in hidden camera case

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Fabindia's chief executive officer and managing director, who were summoned by the Goa police in connection with the voyeurism case, failed to appear before the investigating officer on Tuesday, even as the police summoned 11 employees of the outlet for questioning.

Goa police crack Fabindia voyeurism case

Goa police crack Fabindia voyeurism case

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

A police official said the accused staffer from Fabindia outlet at Candolim village shifted the position of a CCTV camera and pointed it towards the store's trial room.